This archive report was first published on 27 November 2019.
On Tuesday, Meru County deputy county commissioner Peter Jumwa was arrested and held in police cells for several hours after being allegedly found driving a government vehicle under the influence of alcohol during the day in Kiirua town, Meru County.
According to a police report, Mr. Jumwa was reportedly on a 'drinking spree' while using the government vehicle without a designated driver.
Meru traffic boss Chief Inspector Gideon Lekakeny seized Mr. Jumwa at around 3 pm and released him shortly after 8 pm, driving him to his house without preferring any charges.
It is alleged that members of the public called Meru County Commissioner Allan Machari, who then ordered the arrest.
Mr. Jumwa confirmed that the arrest had occurred but stated that the issue had been resolved and he was back in office.
